"Traces evolution of US investment in Brazil from 1950-90. Discusses its role in creation of the Brazilian business environment. Contains a chapter on American English expressions that have contributed to the 'language of business' in Brazil, and appendices that include lists of US firms...

This article focuses on the contradictory position of the United States in its economic policies towards Latin America. By pressuring the region to maintain its debt service, the US government left Latin American countries with little choice but to produce large trade surpluses, as voluntary...